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Hacking

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Cybersecurity Learning Plan 2025

Stage 1: Foundation (0-2 months)


Goals:

- Understand what cybersecurity is and why it matters.

- Build foundational IT and networking knowledge.

Topics:

- Basics of Cybersecurity

- Computer networking (OSI model, IP/TCP, ports)

- Operating systems (Linux, Windows basics)

- Command-line proficiency (Bash, PowerShell)

- Virtualization (using VirtualBox or VMware)

Resources:

- Google Cybersecurity Certificate

- CompTIA IT Fundamentals or A+

- Cisco's Introduction to Networking

- TryHackMe: Intro to Cyber Security

Stage 2: Core Security Concepts (3-5 months)


Goals:

- Learn common attack vectors and defenses.

- Start practicing in labs.

Topics:

- Threats & vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, malware types)


- Cryptography basics (hashing, encryption, keys)

- Security controls (firewalls, IDS/IPS, authentication)

- Secure network architecture

- Security policies and risk management

Resources:

- CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701)

- TryHackMe: Pre-Security & Cyber Defense

- PortSwigger Web Security Academy

Stage 3: Hands-on Practice (6-9 months)


Goals:

- Gain practical experience through labs and simulations.

- Learn the tools used by professionals.

Topics:

- Penetration testing fundamentals

- Vulnerability scanning (Nmap, Nessus)

- Web application security

- SIEM tools (Splunk, ELK Stack)

- Incident detection and response

Resources:

- TryHackMe: Complete Beginner to Intermediate Path

- Hack The Box Academy

- Practical Ethical Hacking (TCM Security)

- Blue Team Labs Online


Stage 4: Specialization (10-12 months+)
Choose a track:

- Offensive Security (Red Team)

- Exploits, buffer overflows, advanced pentesting

- Tools: Metasploit, Burp Suite

- Certifications: OSCP, eJPT, PNPT

- Defensive Security (Blue Team)

- SIEM, threat hunting, forensics

- Certifications: CompTIA CySA+, GCIA, Blue Team Level 1

- Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC)

- Frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001), audits, policies

- Certifications: CISA, CISSP

Ongoing Practice & Development


- Join Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions (CTFtime)

- Follow cybersecurity blogs and threat intel feeds

- Engage with communities (Reddit r/netsec, Discord, LinkedIn)

- Contribute to open-source or bug bounty programs

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